Stem Cells - What Are They & How to Activate Them Naturally

I read this great article and wanted to share it. We've probably all heard about stem cells and the associated stem cell therapy. The article goes into much detail about what stems cells really are and how you can benefit from them, naturally! I summarized the highlights below and provided a link to the article so you can dig into the details.

What Are Stem Cells
The article states, that:" Most cells in your body have specific functions but a stem cell doesn’t have a specific purpose and can turn into any cell if needed. They are undifferentiated cells or raw materials that can turn into cells with specialized functions as your body requires them. In the right conditions, your stem cells can divide into several daughter cells that can turn into new stem cells through the process of self-renewal. They can also turn into specialized cells, such as blood cells, brain cells, bone cells, or heart muscle cells through the process of differentiation."

What Is Stem Cell Therapy (SCT)
It is a type of emerging regenerative medicine used to repair damaged cells by lowering inflammation and regulating the immune system. Stem cell therapy has been used for a variety of medical conditions, including Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis (MS), Crohn’s disease, lupus, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) to name a few.
Stem cells for stem cell therapy can come for various sources, including adipose or fat tissue, placental tissue, umbilical cord tissue, or bone marrow. It can be administered intravenously through IV Stem Cell Therapy, directly into the spinal cord through intrathecal treatment, and through site injection into affected areas, such as the hips, knees, or hands. It's non-invasive and the goal is to replace damaged cells.

Why Using SCT?
SCT can help to lower inflammation and modulate the immune system. It can help damaged and disease tissue to repair and regenerate. It basically empowers your body to repair itself and allow a better quality of life.

Below are the tip 8 ways to naturally activate stem cells and a brief summary. The article goes into much more details if you're interested:

1. Get Into Ketosis
When you're fasting, or following a low-carb ketogenic diet, or experiencing glucose deficit for any other reason, your body will learn to rely on and get energy from the fat you consume and from stored fat. This is when you experience ketosis, a metabolic state in which your body gets most of its energy from fat. Ketosis has many benefits. For example, according to a 2018 study, a ketogenic diet can improve your cognition.

2. Intermittent & Extended Fasting
Fasting is another great way to achieve ketosis and also activate your stem cells. Fasting stimulates a process called autophagy, which means self-eating.  During the autophagy process the body recycles its own cellular components to make new healthier cells. 

3. Partial Fast or Fasting Mimicking Diet
If you're not ready for intermittent fasting you can try partial fasting or a "The Fasting Mimicking Diet". It is a high nutrition, low protein, low carbohydrate meal plan in which calories are restricted for five days out of a month. Through this diet, you can experience the benefits of fasting, including stem cell activation, without depriving yourself of food.

4. Regular Movement & Exercise
Exercise is critical for your health and well-being. Try a mix of cardiovascular, strength- and resistance training, and low impact exercise. Stay active throughout the day by taking regular walks, playing with your kids or pets, biking or stretching.

5. Prioritize Good Sleep
Make sure to get 7 to 9 hours of sleep a night. Go to bed and wake up around the same time every day to support your circadian rhythms. Try avoiding electronics, foods, stress, caffeine, and alcohol in the evening.

6. Avoid Harmful Medications
Medications, including non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), antibiotics, corticosteroids, and immune-suppressants, can be harmful to your body. Most come with unwanted side-effects. They may interrupt your gut flora, which leads to inflammation, reduces regeneration, and increases the risk of disease.

7. Use Polyphenolic Compounds
Polyphenolic compounds may also help to activate your stem cells. They do this by controlling the activation of inflammatory cytokines, reducing oxidative stress and apoptosis, turning on autophagy, protecting and enhancing mitochondrial function and regulating migration and differentiation of stem cells. The most common polyphenols are resveratrol (red wine, raw cocoa, dark berries, pistachios, skin of red grapes), quercetin (powerful flavonoid found in leafy greens, berries & broccoli), EGCG (found in black & green tea, berries, avocados, pecans & hazelnuts) and curcumin (active compound of the spice turmeric).

8. Use Red Light Therapy (RLT)
RLT uses red low-level wavelengths of light for a variety of therapeutic purposes. It may help with wound healing, scars, and other skin issues, inflammation, pain, hair growth, and sleep quality.

Please read the full article at DrJockers.com.